Jorge R Silva Betancourt

Experience

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  PUERTO RICO POLICE DEPARTMENT

  May 1996 - Apr 2006

  * Investigate complex cases of bank fraud and robberies by collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and collaborating with financial institutions and interagency task forces.* Develop suspect profiles, identify fraud patterns, and prepare detailed reports to support criminal prosecutions and enhance financial security protocols.* Conduct in-depth investigations into kidnappings and missing persons cases by gathering and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and coordinating efforts with local, national, and international agencies.* Utilize advanced investigative techniques to track leads, develop profiles, and prepare comprehensive reports to facilitate the safe recovery of individuals and support criminal prosecutions. Show less * Enforce local, state, and federal laws to ensure public safety and order.* Respond promptly to emergency calls, accidents, and incidents, providing assistance and maintaining situational control.* Interview witnesses, victims, and suspects to gather information and support ongoing investigations.* Conduct thorough investigations of criminal activities, collect evidence, and prepare detailed reports for legal proceedings.* Patrol assigned areas to prevent crime, deter unlawful behavior, and provide a visible presence in the community.* Educate the public on safety protocols and crime prevention strategies through community outreach programs Show less

  • Police Detective - Bank Robbery and Fraud Division

    Mar 2002 - Apr 2006

  • Investigator - Criminal Investigations Division

    Jan 2000 - Mar 2002

  • Police Officer

    May 1996 - Jan 2000
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  Citi

  Apr 2006 - Sept 2011

  Citigroup Security & Investigative Services - Seniors Investigator

  * Conduct criminal and internal investigations related to bank fraud and financial losses.* Supervise a team of two Bank Investigators at Citigroup Security & Investigative Services and oversee internal investigations across Mexico and Central America.* Present findings and expert testimony in court, effectively communicating complex case details to judges, juries, and legal representatives.* Develop strategies for case management and evidence collection to ensure the integrity and chain of custody of all materials relevant to the investigation.* Partner with law enforcement agencies, legal teams, and regulatory bodies to deliver key insights and support the effective prosecution of criminal cases. Show less

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  Scotiabank

  Sept 2011 - now

  Responsible to supporting the development and maintenance of Corporate Security policies, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring alignment within the Bank's structure (Corporate Standards for International Banking) and compliance with the regulatory environment (Includes Investigations & Physical Security Regulations). Manage to country level quality assurance reviews, and tracking audit issues. Also responsible for identifying control breakdowns, developing control remediation actions and working to ensure the necessary actions are implemented.Responsible to conducting internal departmental QA reviews as required to ensure adherencepolicies, procedures and methodologies. Manage and coordinate the distribution of reports created by Corporate Security functional teams, including KPI’s management, risk reporting and departmental dashboards. Administer the executing and overseeing regulatory Compliance Risk Management activities for the various Program Pillars. Provides support to Corporate Security operations globally across all regions Show less Responsible for governance and oversight of Investigative Operations internationally, specifically, the Pacific Alliance Countries, comprise of Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Chile. Ensure that the Corporate Security PAC staff implement strategies, policies and procedures effectively and appropriately to identify, report and mitigate a risk to the bank.Resposible for leading PAC security strategy through a consultative working relationship with regional VP leadership and Country Level Chief Security Officers.Ensure data collection and analysis of investigation metrics internationally, in order to establish KPI and KRI.Manage the maintenance of physical security risk policies and procedures in order to ensure that they are aligned with the over arching bank strategy Show less * Responsible for managing the Security & Investigation function for Puerto Rico and USVI, ensuring a safe and protective environment for the Bank, its assets, staff, and customers against criminal threats and natural disasters.* Key responsibilities include providing leadership, development, and management of strategies to prevent, detect, and respond to criminal or suspicious activities in line with regulatory requirements set by the FDIC, the Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, and the Bank Protection Act.* Assess potential security risks, such as robbery, theft, extortion, executive protection, fire, natural disasters, safety, and other criminal activities, and ensure effective implementation of policies and processes to minimize risks to staff and customers, including risk of loss or damage to Bank premises and assets.* Prepare and file compliance reports as required by regulators for the Bank's Board of Directors and regulatory bodies.* Lead and oversee highly complex investigations of known or suspected fraudulent activities, such as money laundering and terrorist financing, providing regular progress reports to line management and ensuring successful case resolutions.* Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, legal teams, and regulatory bodies to provide critical insights and facilitate the successful prosecution of cases. Show less * Prevent, detect, and respond to criminal activities targeting the assets of the Scotiabank Group, its subsidiaries and affiliates, staff, and customers by conducting thorough investigations of varying complexity, including e-crimes associated with electronic channels and platforms used by the Bank, in line with regulatory requirements set by the FDIC, the Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, and the Bank Protection Act.* This role is based in Puerto Rico and holds responsibilities for both Puerto Rico and the USVI.* Present findings and expert testimony in court, effectively communicating complex case details to judges, juries, and legal representatives.* Develop strategies for case management and evidence collection to ensure the integrity and chain of custody of all materials relevant to the investigation.* Work closely with law enforcement, legal counsel, and regulatory authorities to deliver essential insights that support the successful resolution and prosecution of cases.* Conduct risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities, working proactively with security teams to develop preventive measures against future criminal activities Show less

  • Senior Manager Governance Policy Support - Corporate Security - International Banking

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Senior Manager Security & Investigations (International)

    Oct 2019 - Mar 2022

  • Senior Manager & Chief Security Officer

    Jul 2016 - Oct 2019

  • Senior Investigator

    Sept 2011 - Jul 2016